Reverse-osmosis Units
Reverse-osmosis Units | Water Purification | Plumbing | Norris
Experience the pristine taste of mountain–fresh drinking water without leaving your kitchen. HEP’s reverse-osmosis units strip away up to 99% of dissolved solids, chlorine, and hard-water minerals, sending only pure, refreshing H₂O to every dedicated tap in your Norris home. Compact manifolds, whisper-quiet pumps, and NSF-certified membranes come together in a plug-and-play package that fits neatly under most sinks—no countertop clutter, no plastic-bottle waste.
Our licensed plumbers handle the full installation, from precision drilling of dedicated faucet holes to leak-free routing of drain lines and pressure tanks. We test every connection, balance incoming TDS levels, and walk you through simple filter-change steps so you stay in control of your family’s water purification needs. Ready to upgrade? Schedule a free on-site flow assessment today and feel the HEP difference with every glass you pour.
FAQs
What contaminants do your reverse-osmosis (RO) systems remove from Norris’s municipal or well water?
Our RO units eliminate up to 99% of dissolved salts, chlorine, chloramine, lead, arsenic, nitrates, pesticides, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pharmaceuticals, micro-plastics, and many taste- and odor-causing impurities commonly found in Norris’s water supply. The multi-stage pre-filters catch sediment and chlorine first, extending the life of the high-rejection RO membrane that performs the fine purification.
How much water will an RO system waste, and can I reduce that waste?
A typical residential RO unit produces 1 gallon of purified water while sending 3–4 gallons to drain. Newer, high-efficiency models we install for Norris homeowners cut the waste ratio to as low as 1:1. Optional permeate-pump upgrades and recycling loops can further reduce wastewater by 80%, making the system more eco-friendly and lowering your utility bill.
What regular maintenance is required and how often should filters be changed?
Maintenance is simple: 1) change sediment and carbon pre-filters every 6–12 months, 2) replace the RO membrane every 2–3 years (or when rejection rate falls below 85%), and 3) sterilize and replace the post-carbon polishing filter annually. We offer service plans that provide automatic reminders, discounted filter packs, and on-site change-outs anywhere in the Norris area.
Will an RO unit affect my home’s water pressure or flow rate?
The RO faucet delivers water at 30–60 psi, which feels similar to a refrigerator dispenser. It does not noticeably reduce pressure at your regular taps because the RO system operates on a dedicated line with its own storage tank. If your incoming water pressure in Norris is below 40 psi, we add a quiet booster pump to maintain optimal RO performance without stressing your plumbing.
Can I connect the RO system to my refrigerator, ice maker, or coffee machine?
Absolutely. During installation we can tee the RO output line to feed your fridge, ice maker, espresso machine, or even a dedicated pot-filler. We use ¼-inch or ⅜-inch food-grade tubing and high-pressure quick-connect fittings to ensure leak-free connections. This gives you crystal-clear ice and better-tasting beverages throughout your kitchen.
What is the installation process and how long does it take?
Most under-sink RO systems take 2–3 hours to install. We mount the filtration modules, drill a clean ½-inch hole for the RO faucet (or use an existing sprayer hole), connect to the cold-water line with a feed valve, route a drain saddle to the trap, and pressure-test all fittings. For basement or remote installations we may run ⅜-inch PEX tubing up to 50 ft without losing performance. All work is performed by licensed Norris plumbers, and we provide a full walkthrough plus care instructions before we leave.